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Springfield QU - Our motto is "Where the Fun Is!"

Our goal is to encourage the quilting arts and to have fun learning and sharing.

The Springfield Chapter of QU meets EVERY Tuesday (9:30am – noon) year-round at the Firehall of the Greater Springfield Volunteer Fire Department (GSVFD) at 7011 Backlick Road, Springfield, VA 22150.

Our chapter is filled with quilters of all skill levels, and we are continually learning from each other! We have a wide variety of quilting styles - traditional, modern, art quilting, applique, hand quilting and machine quilting.  We host two (Fall and Spring) retreats at nearby retreat facilities and two in-town "retreats" in February and June.  Sew together Tuesday - Thursday at the Firehall and go home at night!

Special events and activities will be announced as they arise, so be sure to check the QU Calendar of Events for more information on our activities. Quilters are welcome to join our SQU Facebook Page by answering a few questions. 

Our monthly meeting schedule (doors open at 9:30am) is:

o First Tuesday – SQU's Business Meeting, Show and Tell, Door Prizes and the “Free Table”.

o Second and Fourth Tuesday - These extra meeting days are for “Sit and Sew” activities, which are informal gatherings to come and sew (machines welcome!), baste your quilts, or just chat with quilting friends. We have irons, cutting mats, table risers to pin quilts, etc.

Third Tuesday – This is our program meeting day (open to all QU members) when we invite professional teachers to visit us with a trunk show or lecture. These teachers may also schedule associated workshops available to SQU members.

o 5th Tuesday of the month - On these "bonus" days (2 or 3 a year) we will, if possible, schedule special events such as sewing support for our Community Service partners.  Open for normal sit and sew activities as well.

o Summer Months – June – August – Open every Tuesday for Sit & Sew activities.

Click here for a printable calendar of all SQU Events through June 30, 2024.  

SQU CONTACT:  SQUPresident@quiltersunlimited.org

Upcoming events

    • January 15, 2026
    • 8:00 AM
    • March 11, 2026
    • Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center
    • 5
    Register

    SQU Spring Retreat

    SQU Members Only!  Registration Code Required.

    Dates: March 22-26, 2026
    Cost:  
     $150 deposit
    NOTE:  Online payment only

    Important Details:

      • Space is limited—first come, first served!
      • A Registration Code is required (available to SQU members only).
    • February 10, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • February 11, 2026
    • 9:30 AM
    • February 13, 2026
    • 3:30 PM
    • GSVFD 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22151
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    SQU Quilt Camp is a three day "stay-retreat", where you bring your sewing machine and projects and sew with friends for three days and go home at night!  Open to SQU Members Only.

    • February 15, 2026

    The deadline for registering your quilts for the QU Exhibit at Road2VA is FEBRUARY 15, 2026. Only QU Members can register quilts.

    • February 17, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    Sit and Sew with the gang

    • February 24, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • March 03, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting

    • March 04, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Zoom

    QU members not on the QU Board are welcome to attend. Please contact Nancy Moore for information on the location or Zoom link. 

    These meetings are not open to non-members.

    • March 10, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU Annual fundraising event

    • March 17, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    Sit and Sew for all

    • March 22, 2026
    • March 26, 2026
    • Bon Secour
    • 24

    SQU Spring Retreat

    SQU Members Only!  Registration Code Required.

    Dates: March 22-26, 2026
    Cost:  
     $808 total ($150 deposit + $658 final payment)
    NOTE:  Online payment only

    Important Details:

      • Space is limited—first come, first served!
      • A Registration Code is required (available to SQU members only).
    • March 24, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!


    • March 31, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    On this 5th Tuesday, our community service leads may organize a sew in for their charity - Details TBD!


    • April 07, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting

    • April 14, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • April 21, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • April 28, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • April 30, 2026

    The deadline for giving your registered quilt(s) for the QU Exhibit at Road2VA to your Quilt Collector.  Only QU Members can participate.

    • May 05, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU Business Meeting

    • May 12, 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    • GSVFD 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    During this 4-hour class we will cover 3 different methods for sewing curves so that each student can discover the method that works best for them. We will also be sewing a block that has a curve within the curve, Drunkard’s path, and Orange Peels! 

    This is a great intermediate curves class for quilters who want to gain confidence is sewing multiple style of curves blocks. 

    By the end of this class most students complete the wall hanging size of the pattern. Students will have the skills and confidence to make the throw size quilt if they choose. 

    This class uses my Retro Curved Pieced Quilts book. Each student will be required to purchase the book for the class. Student’s will need to precut their fabric before the class to make the most of our time together. 

    OPEN TO SQU MEMBERS ONLY - REGISTRATION CODE REQUIRED

    • May 19, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • May 26, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • June 02, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's monthly business meeting

    • June 03, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • In-Person

    QU members not on the QU Board are welcome to attend. Please contact Nancy Moore for information on the location or Zoom link. 

    These meetings are not open to non-members.

    • June 09, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!


    • June 16, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!


    • June 23, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 7011 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22150

    SQU's Sit & Sew meetings are open to SQU members, but we welcome anyone to drop by and check us out!  Bring your sewing machine, quilts to pin baste on our raised tables, handwork projects or just come and chat!  Need help with a project?  There is always someone at Sit and Sew to lend a hand!

    • June 25, 2026
    • June 27, 2026

Contact us at

qutt@quiltersunlimited.org

Address:
PO Box 216 
Merrifield, VA 22116

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